MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SUBJECT: M3 α FRUITFLY BAIT STATION

EFFECTIVE DATE: DECEMBER 2006

REVISION DATE:
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1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

SUPPLIER: GREENTRADING CC/BK Ingestion:

PO BOX 2649 Do not induce vomiting. Keep patient quiet Call a physician.
BRITS, Eye Contact:
0250 Flush eyes thoroughly with water for several minutes. Remove
SOUTH AFRICA contact lenses after initial 1-2 minutes and continue flushing for
several additional minutes. If effects occur, consult a physician,
SPILLAGES: preferably an ophthalmologist.
Emergency telephone: (+27) 012 258 0122 Skin Contact:
Fax: (+27) 012 258 0088 Wash off in flowing water or shower, use soap if
available.Remove contaminated chlothing.
POISONINGS: Inhalation:
National Poison Centre 021-9386084 (office hours). Remove patient from exposure area to fresh air. Consult a
021-9316129 (after hours). physician.
UOFS Pharmacology/Toxicology information centre: Note to Physician:
0824910160 No specific antidote. Supportive care. Treatment based on
judgement of physician in response to symptoms of patient.
Product name:
M3 α FRUITFLY BAIT STATION
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Use: A ready to use Fruit fly Bait station for the reduction This material does not burn. Fight fire for other material that is
of fruit fly populations in fruit orchards as is indicated on the burning
label. Extinguishing Media:
Water fog or fine spray. Carbon dioxide. Dry chemical powder.
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON Foam.
INGREDIENTS Hazardous Combustion Products:
During a fire, smoke may contain the original material in
Components: Alpha-cypermethrin (0,1 g/capsule). addition to combustion products of varying composition which
may be toxic and/ or irritating.
Co-formulants: Balance Protection of Firefighters:
Wear protective clothing and use self-contained breathing
Risk Phrases: R51/53 apparatus.
Additional Information:
UN No: 3082 Keep containers cool by spraying with water. Contain runoff to
prevent entry into water or drainage systems.
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cayse long-term adverse 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
effects in the aquatic environment
Personal Precautions:
Wear appropriate safety clothing and eye/face protection (see
Section 8).
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Environmental Precautions: Water solubility: Soluble

Do not wash into sewers or into any body of water. Advise Rel. density (water=1): 1.26 g/cm3 (20 OC)
water authority if spillage has entered water course or drainage Explosive properties: Not explosive
system. pH: Not applicable.
Methods of Cleaning Up: Viscosity: 60 mPa per second.
Place into containers for later disposal. If further assistance is
required, telephone the emergency contact number. 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Chemical Stability

Is stable under normal storage conditions.
Handling: Conditions to Avoid:
Use good personal hygiene.Avoid eye contact. Do not consume None known.
or store food in the workarea. Wash hands and exposed skin Materials to Avoid:
before eating, drinking or smoking and after work. Strong basic, acidic or oxidising materials.
Storage: Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Product should be stored in compliance with local regulations. None under normal conditions of storage and use.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place in the original
container. Protect from excessive heat and cold. Do not store 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
near food, drink, animal feeding stuffs, pharmaceuticals,
cosmetics or fertilisers. Keep out of reach of children. Ingestion:
Low toxicity if swallowed.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL The oral LD50 for rats is: >20000 mg/kg.
PROTECTION Skin Contact:
The dermal LD50 for rabbits is: >20000) mg/kg.
Exposure Guidelines: Inhalation LC50: >674.5mg/l/hr (Calc.)
Alfa-cypermethrin May cause mild skin iritation..
Engineering Controls: Skin Sensitisation:
Good general ventilation should be sufficient. Non-sensitising to guinea pig skin.
Respiratory Protection: Eye Contact:
No respiratory protection should be needed. May cause mild eye irritation. .
Hand/Skin Protection:
Use protective clothing impervious to this material. Selection
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
of specific items will depend on operation.
Eye/Face Protection: Assessment largely or completely based on data for active
Eye protection should not be necessary, but chemical goggles is ingredient.
recommended. Information on: Alpha-Cypermethrin
__________________________________________________ Fish (LC50 -96h):
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Oncorhynchus mykiss (96 h): 0,0028 mg/l
Daphnia magna(LC50-48 h): 0,0001 - 0,0003 mg/l.
Appearance: Liquid impregnated in to poly urethane sponge.
Aquatic plants EC50-96 h:
Colour: Reddish brown Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata : > 0,1 mg/l
Odour: Spicey.
Flash point: Not applicable
Flammability: Not flammable.
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Risk Phrases :

R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cayse long-term
Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with chemical adverse effects in the aquatic environment
or used container. Wash out container or application equipment
thoroughly. Container and washings must be disposed of safely Safety Phrases :
and in accordance with applicable regulations. Do not re-use S2 Keep out of reach of children.
container for any purpose. S13 Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
S57 Use appropriate container to avoid environmental
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION contamination.

UN NUMBER: 3082 National legislation: In accordance with the South African

National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996), the Fire
ADR/RID: Brigade Act, 1987 (Act 99 of 1987) and the Occupational
Proper shipping name: Environmentally hazardous Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act. No. 85 of 1993).
substance, liquid n.o.s (alpha-
cypermethrin) 16. OTHER INFORMATION
Classification Code: M6
Label: 9 Compiled by: Danie Fourie
Packaging group: III
Hazard ID: 90 All information and instructions provided in this Material
IMDG/IMO Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) are based on the current state of
Packaging group: III scientific and technical knowledge at the date indicated on the
Label of class: 9 MARINE POLLUTANT present MSDS and are presented in good faith and believed to
Shipping name: Environmentally hazardous be correct. This information applies to the PRODUCT AS
substance, liquid n.o.s (alpha- SUCH. In case of new formulations or mixes, it is necessary to
cypermethrin) ascertain that a new danger will not appear.
AIR/IATA It is the responsibility of persons in receipt of this MSDS to
Shipping name: Environmentally hazardous ensure that the information contained herein is properly read
substance, liquid n.o.s (alpha- and understood by all people who may use, handle, dispose or
cypermethrin ) in any way come in contact with the product. If the recipient
Class: 9 subsequently produces formulations(s) containing this product,
Hazard Label: Miscellaneous. it is the recipients sole responsibility to ensure the transfer of
Packaging Group: III all relevant information from this MSDS to their own MSDS.
Passenger Aircraft 914 (No Limit) Y914 (max 30kg)
Cargo Aircraft 914 (No Limit) REFERENCES
UK classification Not available.
Tremcard number 90GM6-III •Applicable own physical and chemical studies.
•Dangerous Goods Regulations, IATA, 47th Edition,
Sample shipment not allowed by mail. Effective I January 2006.
• IMDG, Vol.2, 2005 Edition.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION • SABS 0265:1999
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Hazard Symbol : N, Dangerous to the environment. END OF MSDS.